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Easy Japanese BBQ Chicken Fried Rice

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Easy Japanese BBQ Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and flavorful dish combining smoky BBQ chicken, fluffy jasmine rice, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s ready in just 30 minutes and easily customizable with different proteins, veggies, or sauces.

Ingredients

2–3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced

4 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)

½ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)

2 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

1 tablespoon neutral oil (canola, vegetable, or avocado oil)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the diced chicken in half of the BBQ sauce for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.
  3. Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and sauté for 3–4 minutes, or until heated through.
  4. Stir in the cooked jasmine rice, remaining BBQ sauce, and soy sauce. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
  5. Before serving, add the chopped green onions and stir to combine. Ensure everything is evenly heated before serving.

Notes

  • Use day-old rice for best texture to avoid mushiness.
  • Swap chicken with shrimp, tofu, or beef for variation.
  • Add extra vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or spinach for nutrition and color.
  • Scramble in an egg before adding the rice for a classic fried rice touch.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of water or soy sauce.
  • For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and a certified gluten-free BBQ sauce.

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